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JANUARY-APRIL 2022
                              Program Guide
Registration Begins December 1 | Para información en Español: Página 6
Program Guide JANUARY-APRIL 2022 - Registration Begins December 1 | Para información en Español: Página 6 - Urbana Park District
UPD MISSION
CONTENTS                                              It is the mission of the Urbana Park District to: Improve the
1       Letter from the President                     quality of lifeof its citizens through a responsive, efficient, and
2-3     UPD Map & Facilities, Features, Parks       creative park and recreation system; Pursue excellence in a variety
4       Registration Information
                                                       of programs, parks and special facilities that contributeto the
4       Residency
5       Youth Financial Assistance                  attractiveness of neighborhoods, conservation of the environment
                                                                     andoverall health of the community.

Special Events                                                          Board of Commissioners
8-9     Free Winter Activities & Events Calendar
10      Urvana - Mobile Recreation Vehicle                            Michael J. Walker | President
11      Earth Day for Everyone                                      Nancy Delcomyn | Vice President
11      Egg Hunt with a Splash                                      Meredith Blumthal | Commissioner
12      Spring Art Show at APNC                                      Roger Digges | Commissioner
12      Crystal Lake Park Art Fair                                   Cedric Stratton | Commissioner
12      pipapo’ & the UPD!
13      Best in Show 2022                                                          Call Us
13      C-U Read Across America Celebration                      Phillips Recreation Center | 217-367-1544
14      Winter Wellness Virtual 5k
                                                                       Brookens Gym | 217-255-8601
14      S’mores Social & Stroll
                                                                Anita Purves Nature Center | 217-384-4062
                                                          Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center| 217-239-7946
Places to Go                                                  Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center | 217-384-7665
2       Park District Map                                        Planning and Operations | 217-344-9583
15      Anita Purves Nature Center
                                                                    Administration Office | 217-367-1536
16      Brookens Gym
17      Friendship Grove Nature Playscape
18      Lake House in Crystal Lake Park                                         Visit in Person
19      Finding Rental Information Online                      Phillips Recreation Center | 505 W. Stoughton
20      Phillips Recreation Center                                   Brookens Gym | 1776 E. Washington
21      Urbana Dog Park                                       Anita Purves Nature Center | 1505 N. Broadway
22-23   Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center               Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center | 1401 N. Broadway (Seasonal)
24      Natural Areas                                          Lake House in Crystal Lake Park | 206 W. Park
25      Pavilions                                             Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center | 102 E. Michigan
                                                                    Planning and Operations | 1011 E. Kerr
                                                                  Administration Office | 303 W. University
Things to Do
26-34   Summer Camps
35-40   Aquatic Programs                                                         Support Us
41-44   Athletic Programs                                  Donate or Volunteer | Call the Development Manager: 
45-52   Community Programs                                        217-367-1536 or visit urbanaparks.org
52      Teen Programs
53-58   Fitness Programs                                               Park District Leadership Team
59-65   Nature Programs
67      Birthday Parties                                            Tim Bartlett | Executive Director
                                                             Corky Emberson | Superintendent of Recreation
More Information                                         Derek Liebert | Superintendent of Planning & Operations
10      Urvana Mobile Recreation Unit                      Caty Roland | Superintendent of Business Services
68      Urbana Parks Foundation
69      Barn Bash
70-71   Health and Wellness Facility
72      Champaign Park District
73      Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation
74      Urbana Park District Avisory Committee
63-64   Registration Form & Waiver
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Dear fellow Urbana residents,
As we move into the colder months, we hope you find           to contract with the architects for the next phase of
in this leisure guide many options, whether new or old,       producing fully detailed design work for the building
to help you stay active during the winter ahead. We all       and site, including options and alternates. These more
face the challenge of staying fit when it’s cold outside,     complete plans, which will be developed with public
and now indoors we have the public health challenges          input, will provide the foundation for continuing fund
of COVID-19. The UPD is committed to protecting the           raising and for unlocking up to $3 million in a parallel
health of all our residents and employees through this        state grant. Please be on the lookout for the public
ever evolving situation and we have thus adopted a            opportunities to contribute your wishes and opinions to
vaccine mandate policy for all employees.                     this process.

The dedicated UPD staff are working hard to develop           No matter what your favorite activities, we encourage
and run programs that can be safely adapted to the            you to get out often this winter and enjoy the variety of
public health requirements related to COVID. While that       parks and programs that strong community support
becomes more difficult in winter weather, we are              have made possible in Urbana. Be well, be safe and
committed to offer you as many programs as the current        remember that when it comes to our parks
constraints will allow. We ask for your patience and your     “You belong here!”
honest feedback as we try to navigate through these
challenges and we also ask for your cooperation
in observing currently active public health
recommendations as you visit UPD parks and facilities.        Sincerely,
                                                              Michael W. Walker
We are pleased to announce exciting progress on the
                                                              (He, Him)
Health and Wellness Facility which will be built in Prairie   President
Park. The state agency paperwork has now been                 Urbana Park District
signed for the $2.5 million PARC grant we have been           Board of Commissioners
awarded for this project. As a result, we have been able

Board of Commissioners
The Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners oversees the operation of the Urbana Park District.
The five-member board is elected by the public, and each member serves a six-year term.

The Board of Commissioners meets at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings take place at the
Planning and Operations building, located at 1011 E. Kerr St. The public is invited to attend.

Staff Leadership Team
The Urbana Park District staff is available to
take your questions and concerns. Please
call us at the numbers listed on the inside
cover and we will be happy to help.
Pictured from left to right: Caty Roland, Tim Bartlett,
Corky Emberson, and Derek Liebert

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Acreage (Owned & Leased)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Porta Potties (Seasonal)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Restrooms (Apr-Oct)
                                                                                                                               Boating (Seasonal)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Historic Marker

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Swimming Pool
                                                                          Ball Diamonds

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Water Feature
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Tennis Courts
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Herb Garden
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Garden Plots

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Picnic Tables

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sledding Hill
                                                                                                               Cricket Field

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Open Fields

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Soccer Field
                                                                                                                                                                                          Flower Beds

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Horseshoes

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Playground
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Path/Trails
                                                                                          Basketball

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      FREE Wifi
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Volleyball
                                                                                                                                                    Disc Golf
                                                                                                                                                                Dog Park

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Sculpture
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Pavilion
                                                         Archery

                                                                                                                                                                              Fishing

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Grills
  Park                              MTD Bus Route
  1    AMBUCS                       Orange                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           22

  2    Blair                        Red/Green/Bronze                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 11

  3    Busey Woods                  Gold/Ruby                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        59

  4    Canaday                      Green/Grey                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       5

       Carle                        Green/Grey/Bronze/
  5                                 Gold                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             11

  6    Chief Shemauger              Gold                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             13

  7    Crestview                    Red/Green                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        6

  8    Crystal Lake                 Gold/Orange                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      144
       Perkins Road Park Site/      Gold
  9    Judge Webber/Dog Park                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         84

  10   King                         Grey/Illini                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      8

  11   Larson (Wheatfield)          Red                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              5

  12   Leal                         Orange/Grey                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      3

  13   Lohmann                      Red/Green                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        15

  14   Meadowbrook                  Bronze                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           130

  15   Patterson Parklett           Gold/Silver
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Ways to Register                                            Residency
(Proof of residency required.                               Residents living within the boundaries of the Park District
Residency explained at right.)                              regularly support park facilities and programs through property
                                                            taxes. People living within the boundaries of the Urbana and
Mail Registration
                                                            Champaign Park Districts pay the resident (R) fees. Acceptable
Mail-in registration will be processed
                                                            documents that prove current residency include, but are not
starting December 1. Proof of
                                                            limited to: utility bill, home-owner’s or auto insurance bill, cable
residency must accompany all
                                                            bill, bank statement, vehicle registration, or voter registration
mail-in registration. Confirmation
                                                            card. (Emailed or faxed copies are accepted.) If in doubt about
of registration will be sent to all
                                                            whether your document is acceptable, ask a staff person or call
participants. Registration is first-come,
                                                            217-367-1544. See also Reciprocal Agreement on this page.
first-serve. If a program is full, your
check will be returned.
                                                            The Urbana Park District has established a nonresident fee
• Fill out registration form completely. Include            system in order to equalize payments by individuals residing
program code.                                               outside of the Park District boundaries, so they will contribute
• Participant or adult contact must sign the                to the overall financing of the park system on an equitable
waiver.                                                     basis with residents. The Urbana Park District offers three
• Pay by personal check or money order                      options for nonresident program fees:
{checks payable to “Urbana Park District”}
                                                              1. Individuals may pay 1.5 times the resident fee.
• Enclose proof of residency.
                                                              2. Individuals residing immediately adjacent to Urbana Park District
• Mail form and payment to:
                                                                  boundaries have the option of annexing their property into the district. For
     Urbana Park District Registration,
                                                                  more information, call 217-367-1536.
     505 W. Stoughton, Urbana, IL 61801.
                                                              3. Individuals may purchase an Urbana Park District annual park membership.
                                                                  This fee is computed based on the assessed value of the participant’s
Phone Registration
                                                                  property using the current Urbana Park District tax rate. The membership
Register by phone at 217-367-1544
                                                                  fee for rented properties is $100 per year. Memberships are valid for
using your Visa, Mastercard, Discover
                                                                  programs that begin between May 1 through April 30 of the following year.
or American Express card during
                                                                  Ask a Phillips Recreation staff member for additional information. These
regular Phillips Center hours. First
                                                                  memberships do not qualify you as a resident for purposes of Urbana
time registrants will need to prove
                                                                  Indoor Aquatic Center Memberships.
residency. Registration phone calls will
be accepted starting December 1.
                                                            Reciprocal Agreement
Please be prepared to tell our staff:                       The Urbana Park District and Champaign Park District have a
• Name on credit card                                       reciprocal agreement. A resident of one district can participate
• Credit card number                                        in programs at the other district at the resident rate. Not
• Credit card expiration date                               applicable to the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center.
• Credit card CVV number
• Program name/code
                                                              Important Terms in the Program Guide
Walk-In Registration                                            • EB - Early Bird; An early registration deadline with a
Registration is also available at the                             discounted fee
Phillips Recreation Center,                                     • R - Resident; Individuals living within the boundaries of
505 W. Stoughton. Pay by cash, check                              the Urbana and Champaign Park Districts
                                                                • NR - Nonresident; Individuals living outside the
or credit card. Walk-in registrations will                        boundaries of the Urbana and Champaign Park
be accepted starting December 1.                                  Districts
                                                                • Code - Number of the program in the Urbana Park
                                                                  District online registration system. You can search our
                                                                  registration website using this number.

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ADA / Equal Access
Youth Financial Assistance:                           The Urbana Park District works cooperatively with
Partial Fee Waivers for                               C-U Special Recreation to offer equal access to our
                                                      recreation programs and services for persons with
Urbana Park District Residents                        disabilities. For further information, call C-U Special
In order to provide financial assistance to the       Recreation at
greatest number of individuals and families, we       217-819-3980.
are able to offer partial fee waivers to qualified
participants.                                         The Urbana Park District completed a professional ADA
                                                      audit in 2011 and has a plan in place that addresses
Youth Financial Assistance is available to those      areas where facilities and parks need updates and/or
residing within Urbana Park District boundaries.      modifications to make them ADA-compliant. To see a copy
Fee waivers are available year-round and are          of the transition plan, visit the Phillips Recreation Center
awarded based on demonstrated financial need.         or visit www.urbanaparks.                                org/
                                                      about-us.
Applications must be turned in at least two weeks
before a program’s deadline. This allows adequate     You Belong Here Initiative
time for processing and approval. Place in a          Urbana Park District is committed to creating and
program is reserved once payment is received.         promoting inclusion across
Submit requests early. Applications can be picked     all public spaces, places, facilities, and programs that the
up in person at the Phillips Recreation Center, 505   district manages. Through Urbana Park District’s You
W Stoughton, Urbana or on our website.                Belong Here Inclusion Strategy, we welcome and support
                                                      recreation experiences for everyone, while encouraging an
Along with a proof of Urbana residency, the           inclusive and responsive staff culture. Celebrating inclusion
following items must accompany your fee waiver        regardless of age, ethnicity, culture, income, ability, lifestyle,
application:                                          interests, gender expression, gender identity, and/or sexual
Any of the following as they apply:                   identity; everyone and anyone belongs here!
 • Link Card or approval letter
 • Housing Authority subsidized housing letter        For more information, please see our “You Belong Here”
     (show amount of subsidy)                         Initiative at www.urbanaparks.org/about-us/you-belong-
 • If you are a student who is doing research         here/
     work at the UIUC and have a stipend or grant,
     a confirmation letter from that department on    Quality Guarantee
     official letterhead                              The Urbana Park District constantly strives to provide
If presently employed:                                you with excellence in recreation programs and services.
 • 2 months’ worth of paystubs or bank                We are so confident you will like these programs that we
     statements                                       guarantee your satisfaction. If, after attending one of our
 • Any document showing monies or subsidies           classes or programs you are not completely satisfied with
     received                                         the quality of our programs, please tell us immediately.
 • Official letters stating student assistantships
     and/or scholarships with amounts                 Our guarantee is based on fulfilling our promise of
 • Completed Income Tax form (if self-employed)       delivering excellence. If you are not satisfied, we request
 • Official letter from employer (on official         your input in the form of suggestions, comments, ideas
     company letterhead) if you have just started     or changes for improvement. Refund request forms must
     working and have not received a paycheck yet     be filled out and brought or mailed to 505 W. Stoughton,
If presently unemployed:                              Urbana, IL 61801 (217-367-1544). Requests must be made
 • Official unemployment documentation                no later than 10 business days after the last class attended.
                                                      Requests for past classes will not be honored. Refunds or
                                                      credits will be mailed within seven to ten business days
Refunds, Cancellations, Withdrawals                   after the Urbana Park District business office receives the
If you withdraw from a program at least two           written request. Requests for refunds due to changes in
weeks before it begins, you may choose to apply       personal circumstances are not covered under this policy.
the fee for that original program toward another
program OR you may receive a refund of the
program cost minus a $5 processing fee. In cases
where the minimum number of participants is not
reached, the park district may have to cancel the
program. In this case, full refunds will be issued.
There will be a $25 service charge on all returned
checks and declined scheduled payments.
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Becas/Ayuda Financiera
Las becas están disponibles para aquellos
                                                                     Formas de Registro
que residen dentro de los límites de Urbana                          (Se requiere comprobante de domicilio)
Park District. Las becas están disponibles todo
el año y se otorgan en base a la necesidad                           Registro por correo
económica. Con el fin de prestar asistencia                          La inscripción por correo se procesará a partir del
                                                                     1 de diciembre. Prueba de domicilio se requiere
a más individuos y familias, se otorgam                              con todos los registros por correo. La confirmación
exenciones parciales.                                                de su inscripción se enviara por correo a todos los
                                                                     participantes. El registro es por orden de llegada. Si el
Las solicitudes deben ser entregadas a más                           programa está lleno, se le devolvera el cheque.
tardar dos semanas antes de la fecha límite
                                                                           • Llene la forma de registración completamente.
de un programa. Esto permite un tiempo                                       Incluyendo el código del programa.
adecuado para la tramitación y aprobación.                                 • Participante o el contacto adulto debe de firmar un
Espacios no se reservarán hasta que se recibe                                acuerdo.
el pago, las primeras solicitudes recibirán un                             • Pague con cheque personal o money order, {los
lugar en el programa.                                                        cheques dirigidos a ”Urbana Park District”}
                                                                           • Incluya prueba de domicilio
Junto con una prueba de Urbana residencia,                                 • Envié su forma y pago a:
los siguientes elementos deben acompañar su                                Urbana Park District Registration,
solicitud:                                                                 505 W. Stoughton, Urbana, IL 61801.
Si actualmente trabajando o es estudiante
universitario:                                                       Registrarse por teléfono
                                                                     Regístrese por teléfono al 217-367-1544 usando su
  • Talones de cheques (de 2 meses) o                                tarjeta Visa, Master-card, Discover o American Express
  • Estados de cuentas (2 meses de estados de                        durante el horario regular del Phillips Center. Los
    cuenta de ahorros y/o cuenta de cheques)                         inscritos por primera vez tendrán que demostrar su
  • Cualquier documento demostrando dinero o                         residencia. El registro mediante llamadas por teléfono
    ayuda otorgados                                                  serán aceptadas a partir del 1 de diciembre.
  • Cartas oficiales demostrando asistencia de                              Por favor este preparado para decirle a nuestro
    estudiante y/o becas con cantidades                                     personal:
Si actualmente se encuentra desempleado:                                    • Nombre y tarjeta de crédito
    • Demonstración official de desempleo                                   • Número de tarjeta de crédito
Además, traiga cualquiera de los siguientes                                 • Expiración de tarjeta de crédito
                                                                            • Número CVV de la tarjeta de crédito
documentos según se apliquen a usted:                                       • Nombre del programa/código
  • Formulario de Impuestos llenado (si trabaja
    por su propia cuenta)                                            Registro Personal
  • Carta de empleador (carta oficial de la                          También se pueden inscribir en el Centro de
    compañía si apenas empezó a trabajar y no                        Recreación Phillips, 505 W. Stoughton. Pague en
                                                                     efectivo, cheque o tarjeta de crédito. Pase a inscribirse
    a recibido un talón de cheque)                                   a partir del 1 de diciembre.
  • Tarjeta Link (carta de aprobación y tarjeta)
  • Carta de ayuda de vivienda (mostrando la
    cantidad de ayuda otorgada)
  • Si usted es un estudiante que esta haciendo
    trabajo de investigación en la UIUC y tiene                       Términos Importantes en la Guía del Programa
    un estipendio o beca, también necesitamos
    prueba de esto en una carta oficial del                            •    EB - Fecha límite con precio de descuento
    departamento.                                                      •    R - Residente del área de Urbana Park District
                                                                       •    NR - Reside fuera del área de Urbana Park District
                                                                       •    Code - Código; Número de programa en el
                                                                            programa de registro en línea. Puede buscar en
                                                                            nuestro sitio web de registro usando este número.

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Asistencia financiera para jóvenes:
exenciones parciales de tarifas para                  Behavior Code
residentes del distrito de Urbana Park
                                                      In keeping with the Urbana Park District’s goals, we
Con el fin de brindar asistencia financiera a la      encourage fun for all participants. However, certain
mayor cantidad de personas y familias, podemos        rules are necessary to ensure everyone’s safety and
ofrecer exenciones parciales de tarifas a los         enjoyment. The following behavior rules apply to
participantes calificados.                            all participants in Urbana Park District programs.
                                                      Failure to follow these rules can result in dismissal
La Asistencia Financiera para Jóvenes está            from programs. No refunds are granted when a
disponible para aquellos que residen dentro de        participant is dismissed for behavioral reasons.
los límites del Distrito de Parques Urbana. Las
exenciones de tarifas están disponibles todo el año   Participants should:
y se otorgan en función de la necesidad financiera     1. Demonstrate respect to other participants and
demostrada.                                               staff.
                                                       2. Use appropriate language.
Las solicitudes deben entregarse al menos dos          3. Respect the physical and mental well being of
semanas antes de la fecha límite del programa.            themselves, other participants and staff.
Esto permite un tiempo adecuado para el                4. Use equipment, supplies and facilities as they
procesamiento y la aprobación. El lugar en un             are meant.
programa se reserva una vez que se recibe el           5. Refrain from participation in unlawful activities.
pago. Envíe las solicitudes con anticipación. Las
solicitudes se pueden recoger en persona en
Phillips Recreation Center, 505 W Stoughton,          Photographs / Video
Urbana o en nuestro sitio web                         The Urbana Park District uses pictures of
                                                      participants in its programs and events to inform
Junto con una prueba de residencia en Urbana,         others of recreational opportunities in promotional
los siguientes elementos deben acompañar su           material including brochures, websites, social
solicitud de exención de tarifas:                     media, and this course catalog. If you do not want
                                                      your picture taken, please tell our photographer.
Cualquiera de los siguientes según corresponda:
    • Tarjeta de enlace o carta de aprobación
    • Carta de vivienda subsidiada de la              Help Stop Vandalism
    Autoridad de Vivienda (muestre el monto del
    subsidio)                                         You can save costly tax dollars. Report vandalism
    • Si eres un estudiante que está haciendo un      immediately! Phone the Urbana Police, 911 or the
    trabajo de investigación en la UIUC y tienes un   Urbana Park District at 217-367-1536.
    estipendio o beca, una carta de confirmación
    de ese departamento en papel membretado
    official                                           Urbana Park District Rainout Line -
Si está empleado actualmente:
                                                       Download the app or call us.
                                                       For information about program cancellations,
    • 2 meses de recibos de pago o extractos           including weather cancellations, and for updates
    bancarios                                          about special events or other key happenings
    • Cualquier documento que muestre dinero o         at the Urbana Park District, you may call the
    subsidios recibidos.                               Sports, Program, and Event Hotline at
    • Cartas oficiales indicando ayudantías            217-367-9575. For evening sports programs, this
    estudiantiles                                      line will be updated after 4:30pm on weekdays
    y / o becas con montos                             and one hour before the scheduled program or
    • Formulario de impuesto sobre la renta            sports on weekends. All other updates will be
    completado (si trabaja por cuenta propia)          made as conditions change. You may also find
    • Carta oficial de su empleador (con               out about the Rainoutline App for your phone at:
    membrete oficial de la empresa) si acaba de        http://www.urbanaparks.org/events/rain-
    comenzar a trabajar y aún no ha recibido un        outs-and-cancellations/. There are different
    cheque de pago.                                    extensions for each program area
Si actualmente está desempleado:
    • Documentación oficial de desempleo

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Free Fall Activities & Events
January
Event Category Event                                Date                                  Time         Age        Location                        Page
                 S’mores Social and Stroll          Sunday, January 9                     3-5pm       Age 15+     Lake House                      14
Community
                 Age-Friendly Online Trivia         Monday, January 24                    6:30-7:30pm Age 50+     Zoom                            51
                 Free Fitness Week                  January 3-7                                       Age 15+     Various                         53
Fitness          Injury Screening with Athletico    Tuesday, January 11                   10-11:30am  Age 15+     Phillips Recreation Center      56
                 Winter Wellness Virtual 5k         January 31, 2021-February 13, 2022    Any Time    All Ages    Any Location                    14
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, January 5                  10am-12pm All Ages      TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, January 7                     9am-12pm    All Ages    Anita Purves Nature Center      59
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, January 12                 10am-12pm All Ages      TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, January 14                    9am-12pm    All Ages    Anita Purves Nature Center      59
Nature
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, January 19                 10am-12pm All Ages      TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, January 21                    9am-12pm    All Ages    Anita Purves Nature Center      59
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, January 26                 10am-12pm All Ages      TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, January 28                    9am-12pm    All Ages    Anita Purves Nature Center      59

February
Event Category Event                                Date                                 Time        Age        Location                     Page
                 Best in Show:Photo Competition     February 5-13                                    All Ages   Lincoln Square Mall          13
Community        S’mores Social and Stroll          Sunday, February 13                  3-5pm       Age 15+    Lake House                   14
                 Age-Friendly Online Trivia         Monday, February 28                  6:30-7:30pm Age 50+    Zoom                         51
                 Injury Screening with Athletico    Wednesday, February 9                4-5:30pm    Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center   56
Fitness          More than a Book Club              Tuesday, February 22                 6-7:15pm    Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center   56
                 Winter Wellness Virtual 5k         January 31, 2021-February 13, 2022   Any Time    All Ages   Any Location                 14
                 The Great Backyard Bird Count      February 18-21                                   All Ages                                60
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, February 2                10am-12pm All Ages     TBA; Call 217-384-4062       62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, February 4                   9am-12pm    All Ages   Anita Purves Nature Center   59
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, February 8                   9am-12pm    All Ages   Anita Purves Nature Center   59
Nature           Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, February 9                10am-12pm All Ages     TBA; Call 217-384-4062       62
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, February 16               10am-12pm All Ages     TBA; Call 217-384-4062       62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, February 18                  9am-12pm    All Ages   Anita Purves Nature Center   59
                 Wednesday Workdays                 Wednesday, February 23               10am-12pm All Ages     TBA; Call 217-384-4062       62
                 Nature Center Pre-K Fridays        Friday, February 25                  9am-12pm    All Ages   Anita Purves Nature Center   59

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Free Fall Activities & Events
March
Event Category Event                                      Date                        Time          Age        Location                          Page
              Rules of the Road                           Thursday, March 3           9-10:30am     Age 50+    Phillips Recreation Center        51
              C-U Read Across America Celebration         Saturday, March 5           10am-1pm      All Ages   Lincoln Square Mall               13
Community
              S’mores Social and Stroll                   Sunday, March 13            3-5pm         Age 15+    Lake House                        14
              Age-Friendly Online Trivia                  Monday, March 28            6:30-7:30pm   Age 50+    Zoom                              51
              More than a Book Club                       Tuesday, March 8            6-7:15pm      Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center        56
Fitness       Injury Screening with Athletico             Thursday, March 17          10-11:30am    Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center        56
              More than a Book Club                       Tuesday, March 22           6-7:15pm      Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center        56
              Wednesday Workdays                          Wednesday, March 2          9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62
              Sunday Morning Bird Walks                   Sunday, March 6             7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                       60
              Wednesday Workdays                          Wednesday, March 9          9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62
              Sunday Morning Bird Walks                   Sunday, March 13            7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                       60
              Wednesday Workdays                          Wednesday, March 16         9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62
              Spring Equinox                              Sunday, March 20            8am-5pm       All Ages   Meadowbrook Park                  62
Nature
              Sunday Morning Bird Walks                   Sunday, March 20            7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                       60
              Wednesday Workdays                          Wednesday, March 23         9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62
              Woodcock Walk                               Wednesday, March 23         6:45-8:15pm   All Ages   Meadowbrook Park                  61
              Intro to Bicycle Maintenance                Saturday, March 26          10am-12pm     Age 10+    Phillips Recreation Center        62
              Sunday Morning Bird Walks                   Sunday, March 27            7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                       60
              Wednesday Workdays                          Wednesday, March 30         9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62

April
Event Category Event                                    Date                       Time          Age        Location                        Page
Community      Age-Friendly Online Trivia               Monday, April 25           6:30-7:30pm   Age 50+    Zoom                            51
Fitness        Injury Screening with Athletico          Wednesday, April 13        4-5:30pm      Age 15+    Phillips Recreation Center      56
               Sunday Morning Bird Walks                Sunday, April 3            7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                     60
               Wednesday Workdays                       Wednesday, April 6         9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
               Sunday Morning Bird Walks                Sunday, April 10           7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                     60
               Wednesday Workdays                       Wednesday, April 13        9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
               Health & Sustainability in the Kitchen   Saturday, April 16         10am-12pm     Age 10+    Phillips Recreation Center      62
Nature         Sunday Morning Bird Walks                Sunday, April 17           7:30-9am      All Ages   Busey Woods                     60
               Wednesday Workdays                       Wednesday, April 20        9-11am        All Ages   TBA; Call 217-384-4062          62
               Earth Day for Everyone                   Saturday, April 23
                                                        (Rain Date: Sunday, April 24 1-4pm       All Ages Meadowbrook Park                  11
               Sunday Morning Bird Walks                Sunday, April 24           7:30-9am      All Ages Busey Woods                       60
               Wednesday Workdays                       Wednesday, April 27        9-11am        All Ages TBA; Call 217-384-4062            62

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be on the lookout for URVANA!
             Urvana Mobile Recreation Unit bringing fun and activities
                          to a neighborhood near you!
                      Track Urvana’s activites on social media below!

                    “Urvana Mobile Recreation Unit”                    @upd urvana

 Be on the lookout for Pop-Up Play Opportunities!

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EARTH DAY FOR EVERYONE - FREE

 Saturday, April 23 from 1-4pm | Rain Date: Sunday, April 24
 Meadowbrook Park

 Discover how you can make a positive impact on your community and planet Earth as you
 enjoy a springtime stroll through Meadowbrook Park. There will be live music and art displays,
 activities and demonstrations by local community groups, a bicycle tune-up station, and more!

Egg Hunt with a Splash!
Saturday, April 16
Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center
Age 2-3: 10:00am (Code: 497)         Age 6-8: 11:00am (Code: 499)
Age 4-5: 10:30am (Code: 498)         Age 9-10: 11:30am (Code: 399)
$7R/$9NR

Dive into the Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center and collect many surprise filled eggs. Wear your suit,
bring a PLASTIC bag and get ready for some ‘eggstra’ fun! Registration fee includes admissions to
the Egg Hunt plus one daily admission pass to the pool. Participants must re-enter the pool during
public hours to swim. *Each age group will start ON TIME. If you are late, you will miss your egg
hunt. Refunds are not given for tardiness. Egg Hunts go very quickly. Please arrive 10 minutes
before the start time for your age group.* Register by April 9 by calling 217-367-1544.
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Spring Art Show at Anita Purves Nature Center
 Save the Birds, Save the Earth–Drawings by Lynn Hawkinson Smith
 Show Dates: February 5 – April 24, 2022
 Opening Reception: Saturday, February 19, 1-3pm
 Artist Statement: I believe that when we love something we take
 care of it. My work shows, up close, the beauty of the birds around
 us. Everyone sees birds, but they can’t get close enough to look
 them in the eye; to see the variety of patterns, colors, and textures
 in their feathers; to see the individual. After you know a bird, you
 care about it. You care that it lives the way it should. You care that
 it has clean air, clean water, good food, and a safe home. When
 you love birds, you save birds. When you save birds, you save all of
 us, because we need the same things.
 Save the Birds, Save the Earth.

pipapo & the UPD!
Crystal Lake Park Art Fair maker and Urbana business pipapo’ is now partnering
with the Urbana Park District to benefit youth programs and the natural habitats of
the district! During the months of February through April, proceeds from the sale of
their hand painted cardinal and monarch pin will benefit the Urbana Park District
Youth Scholarship Fund, making it possible for children to attend Forest Preschool
or other youth programs, and our Natural Areas Stewardship Days. These community
work days focus on different habitats within the district, including seed collecting,
nuisance plant removal, trash pickup, and trail maintenance.
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2022 BEST IN SHOW
  Photographic Print Competition
  •   February 5-13, 2022
  •   Lincoln Square, Urbana
  •   All ages

  The Urbana Park District and Champaign
  County Camera Club are proud to
  announce their 21st annual competition
  at Lincoln Square next February. This
  is a great opportunity for amateur
  photographers to have their photos publicly
  exhibited and professionally judged. There
  is a five-piece limit, and all prints must be mounted on foamcore.

  For information on categories, eligibility and matting requirements, see our website at
  www.urbanaparks.org or pick up a Best in Show brochure and entry form at the Phillips Recreation
  Center or Lincoln Square. Call Janet at 217-367-1544 ext. 277 for more information.

  Early Bird rate on entry fee: $5 for first print and $3 each for the next four. The regular entry fee is $10
  for the first print and $3 each for the next four.

  All entry forms are due to the Phillips Recreation Center by Wednesday, January 19 at 6pm to get Early
  Bird rate on entry fee! Regular entry deadline is Wednesday, January 26 at 6pm. Exhibition on display
  from noon February 5 to noon February 13. All photos must be picked up between 2 and 5pm on
  February 13.

C-U Read Across America Celebration
Saturday, March 5, 10am-1pm
Lincoln Square Mall
All ages
Join the Urbana Park District and more than 40 local businesses and organizations as we celebrate
literacy! Hands-on activities, story-tellers, costumed characters, a special adult and toddler area, local
celebrity greeters, and books read in multiple languages make this event a family favorite. This first 1,000
children who attend will receive a free bag and a book of their choice. This event may be offered indoors if
allowed or may be moved to the parking lot around the Lincoln Square Mall to allow for a
drive-thru experience!
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Winter Wellness Virtual 5k
Complete Your Miles: January 31-February 13
Any Location
First 100, Free: (Code: 675) | After 100, $12: (Code: 676)
Deadline: January 7
Don’t let the winter weather keep you from taking time to improve your
wellness! The Winter Wellness Virtual 5k encourages participants
of all ages and abilities to walk, run, or roll their 5k distance in one
of UPD’s many parks and enjoy their beauty during the Winter. The
first 100 registrants will receive FREE registration and a complete
swag package including a t-shirt, medal, and more! Register anytime
between December 1, 2021 and January 7, 2022. The Winter Wellness
Virtual 5k will begin on January 31 and end on February 13.

Please note:
•     Complete your mileage anytime between January 31 - February 13.
•     Mileage can be done all at once, or broken up over several days.
•     Shirt sizes are available youth S-L and adult S-3XL.
•     After the first 100 free registration spots are taken, participants
      can still register for $12 and will receive a t-shirt.
•     Race swag will NOT be mailed to participants. Participants can pick up their swag
      starting Monday, January 31, 2022 at the Phillips Recreation Center at 505 W. Stoughton, Urbana, IL 61801
•     Participants are encouraged to submit photos and 5k times to info@urbanaparks.org
      to be included in our Winter Wellness Wall at the end of the event.

            Join our S’mores Social & Stroll for a fun way to complete part of your
                             Winter Wellness Virtual 5k mileage!

 FREE! S’mores Social and Stroll
 This program takes place on February 13th, the last day of the Winter Wellness Virtual 5k. Race swag
 will be available for pick up at the Lake House in Crystal Lake Park for those who want to complete
 their mileage during the S’mores Social & Stroll program.

 Second Sundays 3-5pm
 January 9, February 13, March 13
 Lake House in Crystal Lake Park
 Join your fellow snow lovers on these fun winter strolls through Crystal Lake Park. Bundle up and enjoy
 a crisp walk at your own pace with friends. After your walk, convene on the patio at the Lake House for
 s’mores over a fire and hot chocolate. Beat the indoor winter blues with fresh air and lake views. Make
 reservations by calling 217-367-1544. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of chocolatey treats.
 Call the Park District Rainout line for severe weather cancellation information 217-367-9575.

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Anita Purves Nature Center

                                                               1505 North Broadway, Urbana
                                                               Gold/Ruby (Weekdays) | Ruby (Weekends)
                                                               Questions: 217-384-4062

                                                           T he Anita Purves Nature Center, located at the
                                                           north end of Crystal Lake Park, is an environmental
                                                           education facility open free to the public. Next
                               Hours                       door, you’ll find the Friendship Grove Nature
                               M-F 8am-5pm; Sat 9am-4pm    Playscape (pg. 17) and Busey Woods, a 59-acre
                               Sun 9am-4pm (March-April)   forest preserve with a boardwalk loop and seasonal
                               Closure Dates               ponds (pg. 24).
                               Jan 1-9 & Jan 17
                                                                            Follow us on Social Media!
                                                               “Anita Purves Nature Center”   @ap naturecenter   @UPDNature
What’s Inside the Anita Purves Nature Center?
                                                            www.urbanaparks.org/facilities/anita-purves-nature-center/
Exhibits & Wildlife Viewing
See the nature center’s education owls, turtles and
snakes, and observe wildlife that visit the habitat        What’s Outside the Anita Purves Nature Center?
gardens. Explore exhibits on feathers, skulls, frog        Busey Woods: Open sunrise to sunset
calls and more in the interactive, hands-on Field          The Busey Woods Gateway Trail is a link between
Station!                                                   park and woods. Hike the trails which include
Multipurpose Rooms for Rent                                the 0.3-mile boardwalk trail. View interpretive
Sept-May: 8am-11pm                                         information about Busey Woods’ seasonal ponds,
Multipurpose rooms are ideal for parties, retreats,        habitats and natural resources management. See
meetings or groups, for up to 70 people.                   page 24 for more information about Busey Woods
Rooms feature views of the prairie and includes            and other district natural areas.
counter space and sinks. Dry erase easel, podium,          Friendship Grove Nature Playscape:
LCD projector and PC laptop are available for an           Open sunrise to sunset
additional fee. Reservations must be made at least         This hands-on, kid-directed outdoor play space is
two weeks in advance. Call 217-384-4062.                   for everyone! For more about this attraction visit
                                                           page 17.
Nature Store: Open 9am-4pm
Check out the great selection of nature-related and
environmentally-friendly items including walking                      PROGRAMS BY REQUEST
sticks, vinyl stickers, books, reusable kitchen items,      Your group can come to us or we can come
educational toys & dress-up wings. Grab a trail             to you! During a Special Tour or School Tour,
snack, an ID guide, or survival kit for your next hike.     a naturalist will lead a program at the nature
All proceeds support environmental programs. Cash,          center or a park district natural area. Or, invite
checks and major credit cards accepted. Educators           a Traveling Naturalist or Naturalist in the
get a 10% discount.                                         Classroom to visit your group for a one-time,
                                                            weekly or monthly program. Custom programs
                                                            are available, including programs for scout
    POP-UP PROGRAMS & SERVICES                              badges. Make your request at least two weeks
 Follow us on social media for pop-up program
 announcements and the most up-to-date                      in advance. Call 217-384-4062 or visit
 program information. Sign up here to receive the           www.urbanaparks.org/programs/nature-
 nature center’s e-newsletter:                              programs/request-a-nature-center-program/
 www.urbanaparks.org/e-news/
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Brookens Gym
                                                                              1776 East Washington, Urbana
                                                                              Green/Grey
                                                                              Questions: 217-255-8601
                                                                          Brookens Gym is in pod 400 of the Champaign
                                                                          County Administration (Brookens) Building. The
                                                                          gym is well-lit and has a reconditioned floor. Locker
                                                                          rooms are available to program participants. Locks
                                                                          are not provided. Ample parking can be found
                                                                          directly adjacent to the building accessible from the
                                                                          Lierman Avenue entrance off Art Bartell Road.
                                                                               Urbana Park District Rainout Line
Athletic Field Rentals:                                                                 217-367-9575
Soccer, Baseball, Softball                                                 www.urbanaparks.org/events/rain-outs-and-
Download a field request form at:                                                      cancellations/
www.urbanaparks.org/rentals/rent-a-park/
                                                         For information about program cancellations,
Minimum $30/3hr (base price with bases/goals)            including weather cancellations, and for updates
$10/hr additional                                        about special events or other key happenings at the
$100 - Prepped field (includes dragging and lining)      Urbana Park District, visit
$40/hr – lights (only on softball/baseball)              www.urbanaparks.org. For evening sports
                                                         programs, this line will be updated after 4:30pm
Sports Officials                                         on weekdays and one hour before the scheduled
                                                         program or sports on the weekend. All other
Urbana Park District youth and adult sports              updates will be made as conditions change.
programs provide an excellent training ground for
individuals interested in officiating sports. Officials Planning a birthday party?
are needed for youth basketball and soccer.              Reserve your Brookens Gym rental at least two
Officials must be at least 16. Certified officials are   weeks in advance by completing an application
encouraged to apply to assist in maintaining a high- and making a full payment. (There is a two-
quality program and to help develop and train less       hour minimum on rentals). Call 217-255-8601 for
experienced officials. Certified officials are preferred information.
for baseball and softball. The pay rate varies with
the age of competition and sport. Apply online at
www.urbanaparks.org/employment.html.                       Rent Brookens Gym WEEKDAYS
 Sport           Application Deadline Rate/Game            (8am-3pm*) for ONLY $20/hour
Youth Soccer       April 2                       $13-$16
                                                                           *Call 217-255-8601 to check availability
Adult Kickball     May 28                        $15
Youth Baseball     May 7                         $60

                                         VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED
  Adult volunteers coach our youth sports programs such as T-Ball, basketball, and soccer. Without
  our volunteer coaches, we do not have leaders for your player’s team. As a volunteer, you will spend
  3-4 total hours per week leading practices through drills and skill building exercises and coaching
  games (that you go to already). Training resources are provided for each sport including discussions
  on skills, strategies, and policies. We can even match you with another adult and you can co-coach.
  Adults interested in helping should call 217-255-8601, or fill out a Volunteer Application online at
  www.urbanaparks.org. Volunteer as head coach for your player’s team and receive a refund for your
  player’s fee once the season is complete. Applies to all youth sports teams except Wood Bat League.

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Friendship Grove Nature Playscape
       Anita Purves Nature Center
       1505 North Broadway, Urbana

       Gold/Ruby (Weekdays) | Ruby (Saturdays)
       Questions and to Make Reservations for
       Groups of 10+: 217-384-4062

The Friendship Grove Nature Playscape at the Anita
Purves Nature Center is a hands-on, kid-directed
outdoor play space allows children’s imagination and
ingenuity to inspire their adventures. The playscape
provides accessible play opportunities for all abilities.
There are four main features, as well as additional play
elements that change with the seasons.                                  Open daily from sunrise until sunset

The Four Anchor Pieces
 • Log Wall – Imagine all the ways you can use this multi-purpose structure.
 • Fallen Tree - Use large muscles to climb, jump, balance; search for signs
   of wildlife.
 • Digging Area - Get dirty and have fun playing on the ground with friends.
 • Tunnel - Crawl and traverse this hill/tunnel combination.                    FRIENDSHIP GROVE
                                                                                NATURE PLAYSCAPE
Climbing features are intended for ages 5-12. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Keep your dog at home - they are not permitted here or in district natural
areas (see page 24 for more information).

Planning a group visit? Call 217-384-4062
Please call ahead if you plan to bring a group of 10 or more. Staff can help you choose a time that does
not conflict with a scheduled program or event and can help you reserve picnic tables if needed.

See photos and learn more about the Friendship Grove Nature Playscape and the benefits of nature play
at: www.urbanaparks.org/facilities/friendship-grove-nature-playscape/

 Check out these programs planned for the Friendship Grove Nature Playscape:
 Nature Play Kids - page 59
 Forest Preschool - page 59
 Mud Kitchen Birthday Party - 67

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Lake House in Crystal Lake Park
      206 West Park, Urbana
      Orange/Gold/Gray
      Rental Information: 217-367-1544
      Boating Information: 217-328-1069

Cozy and Convenient
The Lake House is a cozy spot for birthdays,
anniversaries, retirement parties, bridal and baby
showers, rehearsal dinners, family reunions,
graduation and holiday parties. Add the fireplace for
atmosphere from November through March! New,
brighter track lighting makes the room even more
suited for corporate trainings, meetings, and retreats
as well.

Tucked away in Crystal Lake Park, the Lake House
offers a beautiful view of Crystal Lake and easy
access to pavilions, playgrounds, and boating opportunities in the park. The rental room can seat 50 people
or accommodate up to 60 standing people. There is a two-hour minimum for all rentals. Please make your
request at least two weeks in advance. Request paperwork is available at www.urbanaparks.org.

Every rental includes use of a prep kitchen (no stove/oven) with ample counter space, small microwave,
three-compartment sink, and ice machine as well as a refrigerator and freezer. Easel, screen and podium
are also available at no extra charge. In the warmer months, your party could benefit from a private group
boat rental at a discounted rate.

Rental Fees
Mon-Thur    $50/hour (seats 50) | $65/hour with patio (seats 100)
Fri-Sun     $60/hour (seats 50) | $75/hour with patio (seats 100)
Extras      LCD Projector - $20 |       TV/DVD $10 | Fireplace $20
The lakeside deck, which accommodates up to 75 chairs you provide, is the ideal spot for a small ceremony right on the
water’s edge. Reserve the lakeside deck for your special occasion for a $50 flat fee. All rentals require a $100 deposit.
Additional permits and/or fees are required to serve beer and wine at your event or if you are charging an entry fee to the
public. Please make all requests at least two weeks in advance. Requests made less than two weeks in advance pay additional
charges.

Plan Your Next Meeting, Training or Retreat with Us
The Lake House offers a relaxing setting that your staff and your budget will appreciate. For only $35-45/
hour, you’ll have access to all the Lake House features, which includes free open WiFi and PA system. Call
Janet at 367-1544 ext. 277 to see if your meeting qualifies for our seminar rate.

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Skiing and Sledding
Crystal Lake Park is a great location for winter activities     Urbana Park District Rainout Line -
when the weather permits. Cannonball Hill is perfect            Download the app or call us.
for cool, steep sledding fun. The hill lights are on until
9pm. Cross country skiers enjoy the brisk weather               217-367-9575
while skiing the park’s trails using their own equipment.       For information about program cancellations,
                                                                including weather closures, boating
Ice skating is not allowed on Crystal Lake. The lake            conditions, and for updates about special
acts as a drainage basin for Crystal Lake Park and the          events or other key happenings at the Urbana
surrounding neighborhood and is continually receiving           Park District, visit www.urbanaparks.org. Find
new water all winter. This means there is no guarantee          out how to get the Rainout Line app for your
that the lake will freeze evenly to a depth of six inches.      phone by visiting https://www.urbanaparks.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources regulations            org/events/rain-outs-and-cancellations/.
require this uniform depth for safe skating. Call our
Planning and Operations office at
217-344-9583 if you have questions.

  Crystal Lake Enhancement Plans
  Most of the heavy construction and closures associated with the Crystal Lake Rehabilitation Project
  are complete. Keep a close eye on the lake edge as the native grasses, flowers, trees, and shrubs
  planted last fall begin to grow! Native “plugs” or small plants will also be installed this spring. We
  hope you enjoy the new amenities the park has to offer, including stone outcroppings, a boat dock,
  gravel kayak launch, playground, small pavilion, and family game area with concrete baggo sets and
  checkerboards at the Large Pavilion.

                                                     How to search for facility
                                                     availability OnLINE
 1. Go to the www.urbanaparks.org/register.            6. Find the date you are interested in. Most facilities will
 2. Click the grey “click to register online” button.     have available times listed in that square. For others,
                                                          you will click on the “view available times” wording in
 3. Click the “Rentals tab”, then click the gray “View    that day.
    Facilities” button.
                                                       7. For pavilions only, click the blue “Book” button to
 4. Scroll down the list to find your desired facility    book online. At that point you will be prompted to log
    or enter the type of facility into the search         in to an existing ActiveNet account or to create one if
    bar (e.g. room, gym, pavilion, or pool). A list of    your family does not have one.
    matching facilities will be generated, but do not
    click on the facility’s name.                      8. Call 217-367-1544 to follow up and verify Phillips
                                                          Recreation Center, pools, pavilions and Lake House
 5. The right column has a “view availability”            availability. Call 217-384-4062 to verify Anita Purves
    box for each facility. Click on that box and a        Nature Center availability. Call 217-255-8601 to verify
    calendar opens.                                       gymnasium or athletics field availability.

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Phillips Recreation Center
     505 West Stoughton, Urbana
     Gold/Silver/Green
     Questions: 217-367-1544

Stop by the Urbana Park District’s recreation office
and community center. This public facility has three
multi-purpose rooms with padded polyurethane
flooring, a demo kitchen, and a beautiful dance/
fitness room. Experience the variety of exciting
classes, programs and activities for all ages. The
Phillips Center is the place to sign up for programs,
rent a picnic pavilion or get your pool pass photo
taken. We look forward to helping you enjoy all that Office Hours:
the district has to offer. We’d be glad to help you
with your online registration, too!                   Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm | Fri 8am-5pm | Sat 8am-12pm
                                                                           Closure Dates:
James Room Kitchen
Our newly reconstructed demo kitchen with its                              January 1, January 17, April 16
open floor plan and classroom space is much more
accessible and allows us to share nutrition and
cooking classes for all ages and abilities in addition
to other Age-Friendly Programs. See page 49 for a
listing of programs in the kitchen.
Dance/Fitness Rooms
Our 2,000-square-foot wood-sprung dance floor
is easy on the joints when you dance or exercise
with us. The Phillips Recreation Center is known
for a non-intimidating atmosphere and welcoming
instructors, so exercising here is convenient and
comfortable. A wide variety of classes fits many
schedules. See page 57 for group fitness, water
exercise or yoga punch card prices. New students
can try any fitness class for free to see if it suits
you. Stop at the front desk to sign a waiver and get
details.
Room Rental
Programs of all types are held in our three multi-
purpose rooms – from preschool fine arts to
family special events. During times when rooms
are not in use, they are available to rent. Rooms
can accommodate 25-120 people, depending on
room arrangement and needs. Rental rates range
from $55 to $170 an hour, depending on how many
rooms are rented and type of rental. Each room is
just over 660 square feet. Talk with Heather Britsky
at extension 272 about room set-up and availability.

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Urbana Dog Park
      1501 East Perkins Road, Urbana
      Gold
      Questions: 217-344-9583                                                   A park especially for dogs
                                                                            Open daily from sunrise until sunset

T he Urbana Park District Dog Park allows dogs to run off leash and is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
For security of all members, do not visit the park after dark. The 10 acres feature a shaded area in the
center of the park and plenty of open meadow for running. This park provides a fun place for your dog to
romp with other dogs and for you to meet and other dog owners.

Memberships are available on a yearly basis from
the date of purchase at the Phillips Recreation Office:              Membership Fees:
505 W. Stoughton, Urbana. Online registration is not                 One Dog (Resident): $41 + $10 fob fee
possible at this time.                                               One Dog (Non-Resident): $61 + $10 fob fee
                                                                     Each Additional Dog: $6
Register in Person or by Mail                                        Each Additional Fob: $10
 1. Complete a registration form in person or visit www.
    urbanaparks.org/parks/dog-park-perkins-rd.site/. Read            Monthly Trial Visitor Passes
                                                                     You may purchase a monthly trial visitor
    the rules. Include your email contact information.
                                                                     pass for $10 plus the $10 fob fee. If in that
 2. Proof of vaccination from your vet is required. Provide a
                                                                     month, you wish to purchase a year-long
    copy of your dog’s current vaccination record, showing
                                                                     membership, your trial pass fee will be
    proof of distemper and rabies vaccination. Your vet may
                                                                     applied toward an annual membership
    fax these documents to the Phillips Recreation Office:           fee. All visitors must follow all rules and
    217-367-1592 or email them to info@urbanaparks.org               membership requirements.
 3. Payment: Cash, check or credit card.
    • In person pay by cash, check or credit card.
    • By mail include a check with your registration form.
    • By phone, staff will call you for your credit card                        Two Memberships
         information once they have received the completed                      for the Price of One!
         registration form and necessary documentation.              The Champaign Park District operates the
         DO NOT email your credit card information.                  Bark Park on the corner of Windsor and
    Reciprocal Agreement: The Urbana Park District and               Rising Roads. The two park districts have
    Champaign Park District have a reciprocal agreement              an agreement that allows members to
    that allows for a resident of one district to participate in     purchase a gate fob for the other dog park
                                                                     for just $10. Members must show a copy of
    programs and services of the other district at the resident
                                                                     their membership receipt to the other park
    rate.
                                                                     district to register for the additional dog park
 4. Membership includes a fob to open the electronic gate
                                                                     access. Rules for both parks are the same.
    at the Urbana Dog Park entrance. It can be mailed to you
    if you register by phone or mail, or stop by the Phillips
    Recreation Center to pick it up. The fob is active through
    the duration of your membership. The Urbana Park
    District is not responsible for fobs lost through the mail.
 5. Only active members have working fobs. Do not open the
    gate for others. If your fob does not work, call 217-367-1544.

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102 E. Michigan, Urbana
       Green/Bronze
       Questions: 217-384-7665

PUBLIC HOURS:                                                              The Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center is a partnership
Hours are subject to change. Look for postings on the                      between the Urbana School District and the
Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center outer doors, or follow us                     Urbana Park District. It is open to everyone during
on Facebook and Twitter for announcements. Refunds                         public swim time with a paid admission, punch
and/or credits are not given for closures of any kind.                     card, or membership card. Lap swim times are for
                                                                           individuals age 15 and up who wish to swim for
Winter Break Hours: December 17 – January 2
                                                                           exercise. Take advantage of this great community
Days   Time              Type of Swim
                                                                           pool—and bring a friend!
M-F    6-8am             Lap Swim & Water Exercise Classes
       11am-1pm          Lap Swim
                                                                           Pool Features
       1:30-9pm          Public Swim
Sa     12-5pm            Public Swim
                                                                           •        Well-trained guards
                                                                           •        Zero-depth recreational pool equipped with water
Su     2-7pm             Public Swim
                                                                                    geysers, dinosaur slide and rain drop umbrella toy
Spring Hours: January 3–USD is not in session                              •        Drop slide and flume slide
                                                                           •        25-meter x 25-yard competition pool
Days   Time               Type of Swim
                                                                           •        1-meter diving board
M-F    6-8am              Lap Swim & Water Exercise Classes                •        Mens, women’s and all gender locker rooms
       10:30am-12:30pm    Lap Swim (Jan 3-Mar 10)                          •        Party room
       11am-1pm           Lap Swim (Mar 11-USD is not in session)
       6-9pm              Public Swim
                                                                                   Afternoon/Evening Closure Dates
Sa     12-5pm             Public Swim                                              No public activities after 3pm (morning
Su     2-7pm              Public Swim                                              and lunch activities will continue)
                                                                                   January 15            May 6
Spring Break Hours: March 14–March 18
                                                                                   January 20            May 14
Days   Time              Type of Swim
M-F    6-8am             Lap Swim & Water Exercise Classes                         Closure Dates
       11am-1pm          Lap Swim
                                                                                   Closed all day - No public activities
       1:30-9pm          Public Swim                                               January 1            April 17
Sa     12-5pm            Public Swim                                               January 15-16        May 7-8
Su     2-7pm             Public Swim
                                                                                   January 29           May 28-30

*Children under 15 are not allowed in the pool
during lap swim times. See page 22 for                                         “School’s Out!” Swim Days
Lap Swim Etiquette.                                                            Open Swim: 1:30-9pm
                                                                               •     Jan 17     •   Feb 21     •   Apr 15
                                                                               •     Feb 18     •   Apr 14     •   May 25

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